Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mercury Sable and 2003 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the LH and RH quarter trim panels.
For additional information, refer to REAR QUARTER TRIM PANEL - WAGON .
Remove the rear seat backrest. For additional information, refer to SEATING .
Remove the six loadspace trim panel to floor nuts.

Fig 1: Removing Carpet From Tire Well
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the carpet from the tire well.
Remove the two auxiliary safety belt anchor nuts and two auxiliary seat to floor bolts.

Fig 2: Removing Auxiliary Safety Belt Anchor Nuts And Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the six loadspace trim panel bolts.

Fig 3: Removing Loadspace Trim Panel Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the loadspace trim panel.
If equipped, remove the auxiliary seat backrest from the loadspace panel.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.